She's a popular British radio host and TV presenter in her native England, but she's just starting to come into her own in North America. She's been featured on radio gigs like the BBC Radio 1 Chart Show and TV programs like Top of the Pops and the upcoming The Guinness Book of Records – Live in the U.S.

SEX APPEAL

Fearne Cotton gets noticed by the television viewing public as well as those people that she interacts with. One memorable moment at Live 8 featured Robbie Williams propositioning Fearne Cotton to come live with him in L.A. With the cameras rolling, Fearne Cotton politely declined. Robbie must've known that Fearne has a thing for musicians -- her list of former musical mates includes Ian Watkins of Lostprophets and Peter Brame of Fame Academy. Currently, Fearne Cotton is in a steamy relationship with American chap Jesse Jenkins, and she's not shy about what she likes. Fearne Cotton claims to be one heck of a carnival ride, and her substantial sexual appetite keeps her busy.

SUCCESS

Although she has yet to duplicate her success in England, Fearne Cotton can look forward to name recognition in the new U.S. series The Guinness Book of Records – Live. Back home, her professional exploits are well-known. She's been a familiar face on shows like Red Nose Day, The Eurovision Song Contest, The Extra Factor, and Top of the Pops. For Tops, Fearne Cotton's dedication to the show was so high (and warmly received) that she filmed her own goodbye segment from Fiji for the show's final episode since she couldn't appear in person.

Fearne Cotton's radio experience can't be discounted either. Most notably, she's appeared on The BBC Radio 1 Chart Show where she was the first woman to be a BBC presenter on a chart show.

Fearne Cotton Biography

Fearne Cotton was born on September 3, 1981, in Northwood, Greater London, England. She had a suburban upbringing with her parents Lyn and Mick, and brother Jamie. The esteemed BBC personality Sir Bill Cotton was a relative of Fearne, but she claims that the two rarely saw each other. Even so, Fearne Cotton's eventual choice of employment carries similarities.

While she got schooling at Newnham Primary School and Haydon School, Fearne Cotton started to develop interests in ballet and drama, studying them on weekdays and weekends, respectively. Although it was a grueling schedule, Fearne Cotton kept up with her pastimes, and when she participated in a national talent show, Fearne's career in showbiz was ready to begin. The talent show led to Fearne Cotton's first gig in 1998 on The Disney Spot and then a place on Diggit. Fearne Cotton's television career was in full bloom.

fearne cotton on the saturday show

Fearne Cotton hadn't originally planned on working with children, but she was happy to and the offers kept pouring in. She gained recognition on educational shows like the cartoon-oriented Draw Your Own Toons and the computer-themed Mouse before joining Finger Tips in 2002.

Most of these shows had been with ITV, but Fearne Cotton bolted to CBBC and landed on Eureka TV, a science show for kids. Fearne Cotton wasn't ready to slow down and neither were the offers, and she wound up with a copresenting spot on the morning show Smile and also The Saturday Show. In a twist of irony, The Saturday Show had Fearne Cotton locking ratings horns with her friend Holly Willoughby, who was on a competing show of her own. Fearne Cotton wasn't afraid of the challenge and she had another trick up her sleeve.

fearne cotton on top of the pops

In 2003, Fearne Cotton joined Top of the Pops. As their main presenter, Fearne Cotton became even more recognizable and stayed on until the show ended in 2006. While she was working on Pops, Fearne Cotton was exploring other endeavors simultaneously. In 2005, Fearne Cotton became a Friday morning host on BBC Radio 1 with Reggie Yates, whom she had worked previously on television. Since she found radio to be just as satisfying as television, the BBC was more than happy to expand her role, and she joined its weekend morning show in 2006.

After Pops ended, reality television was the next stop for Fearne Cotton. She took over from Rachel Hunter as a presenter on Make Me a Supermodel and also hosted the second season of Love Island with Patrick Kelly in 2006.

fearne cotton on the guinness book of records – live

By 2007, Fearne Cotton and Reggie were still steady on the radio, and they were offered the chance to host The BBC Radio 1 Chart Show. This proved to be a milestone for Fearne Cotton. As cohost, she became the first female to present a show of this format. Back on TV, she hosted Making Your Mind Up 2007, which picked the UK song destined for inclusion at the Eurovision Song Contest. Fearne Cotton herself had presented on Eurovision in 2006, but in 2007, she appeared once again in a more visible role.

While Fearne Cotton had attained much success as a presenter, she also gained a solid reputation as an interviewer. At the 2007 BRIT awards, she worked backstage and performed a similar role at the Oscars that same year. She also attended The Concert for Diana, interviewing performers and royalty including the two Princes, Harry and William. With the UK media conquered, Fearne Cotton set out on a new challenge in 2008, venturing to America to take advantage of her latest and greatest break -- the new host of The Guinness Book of World Records – Live… and we can't wait to see her.